Recyclable

An app that lets users know whether certain objects are recyclable or not.

Inspiration

I've generally found myself in confusion sometimes debating over whether or not an object is recyclable, so I decided to make an app that tells you.

What it Does

This app asks the user to enter an object name into the text field. The app then determines whether or not the app is recyclable from a built in database. Lastly the app fetches a website and opens it, providing the user with the closest recycling facilities.

How I built it

I built this app using Java and XML through Android Studio. I also fetched and retrieved data from a website called Earth911.com.

Challenges I ran into

Attempting to fetch data from websites.

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

I am proud of being able to fetch and retrieve data from a website that details where the closest recycling facilities are.

What I learned

I learned how to create apps through android studio and how to fetch websites from within apps.

What's next for Recyclable

-Add more entries into the database of recyclable objects -Use the camera to scan objects/text in order to determine whether or not an object is recyclable.

Built With

• android-studio
• java
• xml